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Muslims Invented That
Muslims Invented That
This everyday hygiene item was popularized in the Muslim world centuries before Europe.
What is soap?
This sweet dessert soaked in syrup is popular across the Middle East and Balkans.
What is baklava?
This country has the largest Muslim population in the world—and it’s not in the Middle East.
What is Indonesia?
This core belief emphasizes that there is only one God in Islam.
What is Tawhid (oneness of God)?
This woman fought in the Battle of Uhud and protected Prophet Muhammad while being injured in battle.
Who is Nusaybah bint Ka'ab?
This essential math concept (used in coding today) comes from Al-Khwarizmi.
What is algebra?
This rice dish, now global, has roots in Persian and Arab culinary traditions.
What is pilaf (pilav)?
This African country has a larger Muslim population than Saudi Arabia—and is home to hundreds of languages.
What is Nigeria?
Muslims are required to give a portion of their wealth annually to help those in need—this practice is called this
What is Zakat?
This female warrior fought in the Battle of Yarmouk and was known for fighting so bravely that people compared her to Khalid ibn al-Walid.
Who is Khawla bint al-Azwar?
This hospital system (with wards and medical records) was first developed in the Islamic Golden Age.
What is modern hospitals?
This drink that fuels mornings worldwide discovered in Yemen.
What is coffee?
Europe is home to one of its oldest Muslim populations in this Balkan country, where Islam has been practiced for over 500 years.
What is Bosnia and Herzegovina?
This daily practice requires Muslims to pause and pray five times a day, no matter where they are.
What is Salah (prayer)?
This woman ruled the city of Tétouan and led ships in battles across the Mediterranean Sea.
Who is Sayyida al-Hurra?
This camera-related concept comes from Ibn al-Haytham’s work with light.
What is the camera / optics?
This beloved fried snack (often called chickpea fritters) comes from the Middle East.
What is falafel?
This U.S. city has one of the largest Arab-American populations, with mosques, Arabic signage, and halal everything.
What is Dearborn?
Fasting during this holy month is meant not just for hunger—but for self-discipline and empathy.
What is Ramadan?
This Algerian leader fought against France and was called the Joan of Arc of Algeria.
Who is Lalla Fatma N'Soumer?
This surgical tool is still used today in deliveries and invented by alzahrawy.
What is vaginal speculum
This spice blend culture (not one spice!) transformed global trade routes.
What is spice trade / mixed spice cuisine?
This African nation was one of the first places Muslims migrated to for safety during early Islam.
What is Ethiopia?
This principle encourages justice and fairness—even if it goes against your own interests.
What is justice (‘Adl)?
This early Muslim woman fought in battles and became known for using whatever she could find as a weapon.
Who is Um Hakim Bint Al Harath?